Millions of Medicare recipients could gain access to weight-loss drug
The FDA's approval of a new use for Wegovy potentially opens up access to the drug for more than 3 million people on Medicare, according to a new study.
Medicare drug prices would drastically change under new plan
If the new rules are passed, drug costs will be lower starting October 1.
Ronny Jackson under fire over White House prescriptions
The congressman and former president's physician is facing criticism after a scathing report about the White House Medical Unit.
White House Medical Unit's mass order of fentanyl raises questions
The procurement of strong sedatives under Donald Trump's administration has prompted questions as to what they were intended for.
How FDA ruling could unravel Big Pharma's stranglehold on US drugs
Florida can now import cheaper medications from Canada—though big hurdles to lower drug prices remain.
"It's so Messed Up"—Woman Put On Adderall Aged 7 Beats 28-Year Addiction
Like many American children, Ricki Friedman was put on the prescription drug at a young age. She tells Newsweek of the devastating consequences—and recovery.
Promote Human Flourishing by Investing in Brain Disorder Treatments
One of the challenges in bringing innovative solutions to market is capital.
America Can Do More To Protect Its Children From Opioid Overdose
As long as there is an opioid epidemic in this country, there will be ample opportunities for children to inadvertently come into contact with these drugs.
Big Pharma Should Cut Ad Spending To Fight Climate Change
If Big Pharma actually cares about the environment, there are plenty of areas they can become more sustainable without risking lives.
How To Solve U.S. Drug Shortages
There aren't enough qualified manufacturers in the United States to meet the demand for most generic drugs. Until there are, drug shortages will continue to be a risk.
Magic mushrooms, $1 hearing aids: Medical marvels disrupting healthcare
Magic mushrooms for depression. $1 hearing aids. Meds for 85 percent less. These are just a few of the advances these healthcare disruptors are engineering.
"A doctor used fentanyl to manage my pain. I nearly lost everything"
I just checked out of life completely. The withdrawals are unimaginable.
What You Need to Know Before Taking Ozempic
It's reasonable to say that without "anti-obesity" drugs, a minimal reduction in caloric intake and a modest increase in activity will not only deliver results but likely improve upon them significantly.
We Need to Rethink Who Delivers Drug Prevention Programs
Rather than police, teachers or mental health professionals should deliver drug prevention programs.
Rosie O'Donnell mulls upping diabetes drug dose as weight loss hits plateau
"A lot of people have already like jumped up the ladder, but I'm worried about the side effects," the comedian said in a TikTok video.
Congress Should Address Health Care Monopolies
Congress should start by investigating the potential anti-competitive activities posed by the nation's leading drug wholesalers.
FDA's Failure to Inspect Overseas Drugmakers Puts U.S. Lives at Risk
The FDA's lopsided inspection process isn't helping America's pharmaceutical industry keep pace with overseas competitors.
Beijing faces run on pharmacies as China meets COVID surge
China has dismantled its mass testing infrastructure, making it difficult to accurately gauge the size of the country's first nationwide COVID wave.
Gena Tew says medicine she takes for "survival" is $4k after AIDS diagnosis
"I might end up doing something illegal to get my medicine," said the social media influencer on TikTok. "I ain't coming this far for nothing."
When will the Adderall shortage be over?
The shortage was initially announced by the FDA in mid-October.
Amoxicillin Shortage Shows the Need for Domestic Drug Production
Moving drug production overseas lowered labor costs and increased corporate profits, but it came with a cost.
Aaron Carter once said biggest fear is "not being able to live long"
Carter had dropped a significant amount of weight during his addiction issues and admitted his sister's overdose made him fear for his own life.
A Trump Era Health Care Rule Is Breaking the Law—and Harming Patients
The Biden administration has the authority to change the rule.
The Inflation Reduction Act Kills the Golden Goose That Could End Cancer
By vacuuming up drug industry revenue with price controls, Democrats will drive down investment in research and development—and thereby reduce the chance we'll find a cure for cancer.
On Drug Prices, Big Pharma is in Charge—Not Joe Biden
On a policy that would immediately lower drug prices for millions of Americans, President Biden is losing—and badly.
How Much Less Will Hearing Aids Cost With Over-the-Counter Option?
The FDA announcement on Tuesday comes after Congress passed the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act in 2017.
Republicans Blasted for Voting Down Insulin Cap After Lamenting High Prices
Republican senators who voted against a $35 insulin price cap for private insurers faced criticism for their votes on Monday.
Fact Check: Can You Overdose From Picking up Fentanyl-Laced Dollar?
A woman was reported to have collapsed at a McDonald's after picking up a dollar, she claimed, was perhaps coated in fentanyl.
Congress, White House Can Provide Relief from High Oil and Drug Prices
Drugs aren't expensive because they cost so much to make, or even because it takes a lot of money to invent a new pharmaceutical. They are expensive because Big Pharma benefits from monopoly protections.
'You're Not Mentally Ill, Are You?': Man Admits to Googling Date's Medicine
"He's worried about 'crazy' people, but he's the one who Googled your medicine," a TikToker commented.